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APPSC Group 2 Books: Important Materials and Information

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APPSC Group 2 Books: APPSC Group 2 is one of the most competitive exams in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It is conducted every year by the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) for the recruitment of various Executive and Non-Executive posts in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Students appearing for the exam need to practice for the exams thoroughly from the recommended APPSC Group 2 Books.

Numerous Group 2 Books APPSC are available in the market. However, it can sometimes become tough to choose the best APPSC Group 2 syllabus reference books for APPSC group 2 exam preparation. Students can refer to these books to get previous year’s question papers as well. It is advisable that the students practice for the examination from these books only. Scroll down to find out the important books students must follow for APPSC Group 2 exam.

APPSC Group 2 Books

The list of APPSC Group 2 Mains Books – English Medium – for your APPSC Group 2 Preparation is as under:

S.NoName of the Books & Author (English)
1Hindu or Indian Express, GK Today Monthly Current Affairs Compilation
2Indian Polity by M LaxhmiKath
3Mrunal Economy Archive, Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh 9th Edition
4Modern Indian History by Bipin Chandra or Spectrums Modern Indian History
5Lucent’s General Science+ Science and Technology by tata Mcgraw hill + Newspaper
6Geography Of India by Majid Husain, Andhra Pradesh Geography- Paperback-2018
7AP Reorganisation Act 2014 Official Document
8Environment By Shankar IAS
9History of Andhra Pradesh(Ancient, Medieval and Modern)(English, Paperback, P.R. Rao)
10APPSC GROUP-II Paper-III Section-II AP Economy (Contemporary Problems and Development of ANDHRA PRADESH) by Vijeta Competitions Editorial Board
11Accountancy for CA-IPC (Group-II) – With Quick Revision Book by  P C Tulsian and Bharat Tulsian

The list of Group 2 Books APPSC – Telugu Medium – for your APPSC Group 2 Preparation is as under:

S.NoName of the Books & Author (Telugu)
1Eenadu + Sakshi Saeed’s Shine India Monthly Current Affairs
2Indian Polity – Telugu Academy Textbooks and AOU Books
3Indian Economy by Chiranjeevi
4Science & Technology, Life Science, Environment by Hari Krishna
5Saeed’s Modern Indian History or Modern History(Telegu) by Bipin Chandra
6AP History by B.S.L. Hanumantha Rao
7AP Bifurcation by Saeed.
8Andhra Pradesh History and Culture by Saeed
9Vijeta Competitions Editorial Board for group 2 screening test
10Geography(world, India and Andhra Pradesh)[Telegu Medium by Raman Raju)

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APPSC Group 2 Preparation Tips

The APPSC Group 2 preparation tips are listed below:

  1. Be thorough with the APPSC Group 2 Syllabus and APPSC Group 2 Exam Pattern.
  2. Understand the concepts .
  3. Focus on solving questions from a single book completely rather than solving from multiple books partially. Once you feel confident about a book, move on to some other books.
  4. Make a proper time table covering each and every topic or subject
  5. Make short notes while preparing and practising for the exam.
  6. Take mock tests to identify your weaknesses and improve you test-taking strategy.
  7. Practice previous year papers to understand your speed and accuracy while solving the questions.
  8. Go through the previous 6 months/1 year current affairs.
  9. Read Telugu and English newspapers, magazines to sharpen your General Awareness.

APPSC Group 2 Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern

The APPSC Group 2 selection procedure comprises the following stages:

  1. Screening Test/Prelims Exam
  2. Mains Exam
  3. Personal Interview
  4. Computer Proficiency Test
  5. Document Verification
  6. Physical Standard Test

The APPSC Group 2 Exam Pattern for Prelims and Mains is as under:

PaperTypeMarks
 Screening/Prelims Examination150
Paper-1General Studies & Mental Ability150
Paper 2 Social History of Andhra Pradesh, General overview of the Indian Constitution150
Paper 3Planning in India and Indian Economy Contemporary, Problems and Developments in Rural Society with special reference to Andhra Pradesh.150
Total450

Note:

  • APPSC Group 2 is conducted in offline mode.
  • Only objective type questions will be asked in the examination.
  • For every correct answer, 1 mark will be awarded.
  • There is no negative marking in the exam.

Candidates who secure the minimum cutoff set by APPSC will be called for the Personal Interview. The interview will be conducted after the result is declared for the Written Test.

FAQs For APPSC Group 2 Syllabus 2022

Q.1: Is there a separate syllabus for APPSC Group 2 Screening Test?
Ans: Yes, the exam conducting authority releases the separate syllabus for APPSC Group-2 Screening Test.
Q.2: Where can I download the APPSC Group 2 Syllabus?
Ans: The candidates can download the syllabus for the APPSC Group 2 Syllabus from the official website.
Q.3: What is the syllabus for APPSC Group 2 exam for the oral test?
Ans: 
There will not be any separate syllabus for the oral test. mostly the question will be from screening tests and main exam syllabus.

Now you are provided with all the necessary information regarding APPSC Group 2 Books. Focus on your preparation and finish each and every topic included in the APPSC Group 2 syllabus. Take mock tests as well. Make the best use of the remaining time and you will definitely clear the exam with a high score.

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